Medford Forest Nursery
Key Takeaway
Medford Forest Nursery is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 16% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 29 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OR00635 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USDA FOREST SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Medford Forest Nursery?
Medford Forest Nursery is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Medford Forest Nursery?
Medford Forest Nursery is owned by USDA FOREST SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Medford Forest Nursery built?
Medford Forest Nursery was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Medford Forest Nursery?
Medford Forest Nursery serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Medford Forest Nursery?
Medford Forest Nursery has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.